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Production Manager
Meredith
New York, NY, United States
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Job Title
Production Manager – 3rd Party Publications
A Production Manager – 3rd Party Publications is responsible for providing production support on one or more publications which are owned by third parties or categorized as “Assets Held for Sale”. In these instances, Meredith has a relationship with the third party to perform some or all production operations on the publications. This position will perform production functions as assigned for titles/brands assigned. This may include; managing positioning requests/activity, leading the book make-up process, issuing instructions to print facilities, responding to production related questions and requests, resolving manufacturing issues as they arise, forecasting manufacturing and distribution costs, monthly cost variance analysis and preparation of each issue’s monthly billing packet.
Essential Job Functions
75% -Manage magazine production for one or more 3rd party publications to ensure the publication(s) are efficiently produced error-free at the lowest possible cost given the specification requirements of each title/issue.
15% -Actively engage in day-to-day production related problems/issues effectively utilizing staff to develop and implement solutions.
10% -Other responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements| All must be met to be considered.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.
Experience:
3+ of experience in Print Production; preferably magazine production.
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Requires working knowledge of book makeup, advertising services and printing process.
Vendor management experience.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
% Travel Required (Approximate): 10%